I’m 32, my orthodontist wants to take out some of my healthy teeth to fix my overbite. He said I’ll have to remove about 6 of them, my mouth is not crowded, but my teeth are big, according to him, I’ll also be getting a braces. I’m afraid this might have a consequence in future, I’ve never worn a braces before but he said the braces will close the gap. Is this a good idea? What happens after I remove the braces, can the gaps open again?
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Answer: Amputating Healthy Teeth Probably not the best approach. Consider DNA Appliances.
Hi, From your pictures I can suggest some bonding to the edges of teeth to make them more even and less rounded on the edge. Regarding lengths of teeth showing in your natural smile, you are absolutely right, length to width ratio of your teeth is more that average, and you have some gum...
ITS MY ADVICE TO VISIT ORTHODONTIST. OR UPLOAD YOUR INTRAORAL PHOTOS FROM SIDE TO CHECK THE MOLAR RELATIONSHIP, SO I CAN GUIDE YOU BETTER. IF YOU WANT TO CORRECT THIS THN IT WILL BE YOUR SECOND TIME TREATMENT, SO THE BEST OPTION IS CORRECTION THROUGH ALIGNERS. YOUR CASE IS ALL FOUR PREMOLAR...
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Sometimes the glue can break down or fall off completely and not notice that the tooth shifted. Have an orthodontist check the glue on the back of the permanent retainer. Also, gap is not too big, you may be able to get a special type of retainer to close if you don't want full treatment....
